KPMG 2013 Graduate Program – Research and Development Incentives Advisor
Position Objective
KPMG’s Research and Development (R&D) Incentives group
is a national practice comprising individuals with diverse technical
backgrounds, experienced in obtaining government funding to assist local,
national and multinational clients with the conduct of Australia’s most
innovative R&D projects.
In this role you will work primarily with the Federal
Governments’ R&D Tax Incentive which is a program designed to boost
competitiveness and improve productivity across the Australian economy by
encouraging and rewarding R&D activities undertaken by Australian
businesses.
This role will kick start your career and expose you to
cutting edge technology based concepts, techniques and strategies currently
being developed by some of Australia’s leading companies.
Our work is always varied as our client base operates within
a diverse range of industries including construction engineering, mining,
mechanical engineering, energy & resources, civil engineering,
environmental sustainability, automotive, mechatronics, chemical engineering,
food technology and many more.
As a Graduate within our team, you will have the freedom to
explore and apply the scientific or engineering principles studied as part of
your tertiary education to the specific circumstances present within the
development projects undertaken by our clients.
The successful applicant will have a fantastic opportunity
to develop their career at KPMG and gain significant exposure to our business
as well as our clients and their operations.
Full training, support and mentoring will be provided
allowing you to succeed as an integral part of our dynamic, industry leading
team.
At times, some short-term interstate travel opportunities
may arise.
Primary Responsibilities
Your primary day-to-day tasks will include:
- Assisting with client interviews - To obtain details from technical specialists regarding development projects undertaken by our clients.
- Information analysis – Reviewing information provided by clients and matching the facts to the eligibility requirements for the R&D Tax Incentive.
- Documentation and advice – Describing whether or not development projects undertaken by our clients meet the R&D Tax Incentive eligibility requirements.
- Compilation of R&D expenditure work papers and schedules – Substantiating the nature and quantum of R&D expenditure incurred undertaking eligible R&D Tax Incentive projects.
- Project and engagement management - Including work planning, scheduling, budgeting, associated analysis and documentation.
- Teamwork - Working collaboratively with colleagues and clients at all levels to deliver timely, high quality reports and associated professional services.
Technical Skills
The following technical skills are required for the role:
- Science, Engineering, Information Technology or similar tertiary qualification.
- Business, Commerce or Law degree desirable, but not essential.
- Previous customer service focussed work experience is also desirable but not essential.
Personal Attributes
To succeed in this role you must be able to demonstrate:
- Exceptional communication skills, including excellent interviewing and report writing skills.
- An ability to relate well to technical and scientific personnel and understand/explain key concepts.
- A strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- A desire to deliver exceptional levels of client service.
- An open and enquiring mind with a business focus.
- A passion to apply your skills in a large professional corporate environment.
- The ability to work within a dynamic team environment.
Please email your resume, cover letter and current academic
transcript to: QLDgradrecruit@kpmg.com.au
KPMG will review your application and decide whether your
individual skills, experience and qualifications match our requirements.
If you have any queries please contact Lauren Murray on 3233
9448 or visit our website on
http://www.kpmg.com/au/en/joinus/Pages/default.aspx.
KPMG is also recruiting graduates and vacationers across
other divisions, including:
- Audit
- Corporate Finance
- Forensic
- Government Advisory
- Health and Human Services
- Information Technology Advisory
- Internal Audit, Risk and Control Services
- Private Enterprise (Brisbane and Gold Coast)
- Tax
Applications for graduate positions have no scheduled close
date. However, students should submit applications as early as possible to
ensure the best chance of success in our program.
For more information – please check out the website: kpmg.com.au
